The Federal Government has disbursed a total of N2.45 trillion to the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) between March 2024 and August 2025 to support infrastructure development and security interventions across the country.
The funds were released to enable states to rehabilitate roads and bridges, upgrade schools and health facilities, and strengthen security operations in response to pressing local needs.
The disclosure was made on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, @BwalaDaniel.
According to Bwala, the federal support is already making tangible impacts at the grassroots.
“This support is helping to fix roads and bridges, improve schools and health facilities, and strengthen security operations in communities across the country where Nigerians need results the most,” he said.
He explained that financial support from the central government to sub-national entities aligns with global best practices, noting that countries such as the United States routinely provide federal funding to states and local governments for infrastructure, education, healthcare and public safety.
Bwala added that India and other developed economies also rely on central government grants to help regions execute major projects and deliver essential services closer to the people.
Linking the interventions to the policy thrust of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, Bwala said the disbursements reflect the priorities outlined in the 2025 Budget of Restoration, which focuses on securing peace, rebuilding prosperity and strengthening national development.
Under the budget framework, he noted, priority areas include security, infrastructure, health and education, alongside a strong emphasis on transparency, accelerated delivery of energy, transport and public works, job creation, and improved living standards.
Bwala stressed that sustained collaboration between the Federal Government and state governments remains critical to achieving long-term national stability and economic growth.
“Under President Tinubu’s 2025 Budget of Restoration — Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity — priority remains on security, infrastructure, health and education,” he said.
“The goal is clear: to ensure transparent use of funds, accelerate energy, transport and public works, create jobs and improve living standards through strong cooperation between the Federal Government and the states for a safer, more prosperous Nigeria.”
